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As healthcare is changing, it's important for technology and care delivery to align. How does one blend the built environment with fundamental human interaction needs? TechVitals is a discussion of that question. Hosted by Dr. Debbie Gregory and Zac Hillyard, this podcast explores how to mix the human interaction perspective and the technical perspective to build the "future roadmap" for health. Dr. Debbie Gregory is a national leader in healthcare design, innovation, and transformation. As a nurse executive and interior designer, she is passionate about “intentional design” that aligns people, place, process, and technology. Currently, Debbie serves as Senior Clinical Consultant for SSR's Technology Planning Group. In her role, Debbie creates and transforms environments into functional ecosystems using complex systems science, strategic design, and innovation thinking to improve clinical workflow, patient experience, and, ultimately, patient outcomes. She has a doctorate in Nursing Practice in Health Innovation and Leadership and has several university adjunct appointments. Zac Hillyard has a rich background in dynamic design and construction management and the interconnected digital ecosystem is his passion. His experience represents a unique perspective on the common challenges and opportunities that exist within the design and construction process that goes beyond the healthcare market. Through streamlined operations and integrated building solutions, Zac applies technology insights and a combination of intentional design and facility planning to best serve the ROI of customers’ goals and current technology challenges. He has a Bachelor of Science in Building and Construction Management from the School of Technology at Purdue University.

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Tech Vitals - An SSR Podcast

Smart Restrooms with Bhavik Patel of TOTO USA Plumbing and Tim Morales of Tim Morales & Associates

March 11, 2021 • Smith Seckman Reid, Inc. • Season 2 • Episode 1

What’s the 1st place you go after waking up? What’s the last stop before you shut your eyes and fall asleep? Facility designers recognize the essential value of a functional restroom program, as well as its critical importance in the longevity of a building.

At SSR, our plumbing team has recognized an emergence of smart equipment. This crossover between plumbing and technology led us to sit down with Bhavik Patel & Tim Morales to learn about TOTO USA’s ‘clean-o-vation’ and how digitally connected plumbing fixtures now facilitate industry transformation. Bhavik Patel is a 20-year veteran of the industry and is the Director of Business Strategy at TOTO USA. As president of Tim Morales & Associates, Tim represents market innovation leaders in plumbing, mechanical, and industrial systems.

These ‘clean-o-vation’ style solutions are not market specific and can be applied across a variety of facility types, including healthcare, education, entertainment, and commercial – quite simply, anywhere a restroom is needed.

*Update*
The McMorrow Reports recently featured TOTO's TOUCHLESS products and their impact on infectious disease transmission. Read more here: https://www.mcmorrowreports.com/hygiene-at-work-and-on-campus-meets-its-match-with-touchless-faucets-soap-dispensers-from-toto/